WFP Zimbabwe Country Brief May 2026

Country: Zimbabwe Source: World Food Programme Please refer to the attached file. The 2025/26 Lean Season Assistance cycle, scheduled to conclude in April, assisted 151,000 people in March, against a planned 199,000, following the easing of pipeline constraints. Resilience and livelihoods activities strengthened community capacity, through climate advisories for 30,000 farmers, sesame production support for 7,900 smallholders, and youth‑driven digital innovations improving market access and livestock management. WFP facilitated community cooking demonstrations to promote the correct preparation of foods distributed by WFP and the Government of Zimbabwe under the Lean Season Response, alongside locally available foods, while preserving their nutritional value. The sessions promoted the four‑star diet through peer‑to‑peer learning and provided practical training on the preparation and processing of small grains, with a focus on value addition and safe processing practices to prevent health and quality risks associated with improper handling.

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